Category: Marriage & Divorce

Whether it is moving often, heading overseas or simply forgetting, Australians are losing track of their money and investments, with more than $600 million sitting in unclaimed bank accounts and a staggering $450 million in shares, ready to be claimed. … Continue reading →

By Olivia Maragna During the past 20 years, the age for Australians marrying for the first time has increased as couples call it quits later in life, with the median age of men divorcing around 45 and women at 43. … Continue reading →

It might not seem as serious as the more traditional form of cheating, but financial infidelity can lead to all the same feelings of betrayal and anger – and end up in divorce too. So, what exactly is financial infidelity? … Continue reading →

While some divorces come as a surprise to some, others are the exact opposite. In fact, more and more people are planning their divorce before actually telling their partner and moving out of the matrimonial home. Interestingly enough, women file … Continue reading →

At its meeting today, the Board decided to lower the cash rate by 25 basis points to 2.5 per cent, effective 7 August 2013. best place to buy cigars online Recent information is consistent with global growth running a bit … Continue reading →

Credit card debt is now sitting over $35 billion dollars in Australia which is an interest bill of over $6 billion each year. If you owe money on your credit card, you know that feeling of pain all too well. … Continue reading →

The new financial year is a great time to take another look at your finances  and reflect on what you have achieved, where you want to go and what you need to  get there. These times of reflection are critical … Continue reading →

Did you know that there is Medicare, Medicare Surcharge, Lifetime Loading and Health Insurance Rebates and each one of these has different rules around whether they apply to you depending on your income and age? Confused?  Listen to Aspire Retire's … Continue reading →

With health insurance premiums always on the rise, the argument of whether to have health insurance or not has been waged for many years.  Do I take out health insurance or do I invest the same amount each year and … Continue reading →

Budget Summary 2013 Personal Income Tax Deferral of the 2015-16 tax cuts. The Government will defer tax cuts until the carbon price is projected to be above $25.40 in the Budget. This is essentially estimated to be in 2018-19.  Introduction … Continue reading →